Dr. Boris Yaguda M.D.
Anesthesiologist
406 15th street Brooklyn NY, 11215About
Experienced board certified Pain Management specialist and Anesthesiologist with experience of working in the hospital & private sector. Providing outstanding care to community in both fields. I am also certified in medical marijuana prescribing
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Education and Training
American University of the Caribbean M.D. 2010
New York University Fellowship 2015
Board Certification
American Board of Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology)
Provider Details
Dr. Boris Yaguda M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Are you awake during oral surgery?
If it's unsafe for you to be under anesthesia, then you will be awake. READ MORE
Can I buy local anesthetic?
Short answer is no. Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
How long does local anesthesia last?
Depends on the agent used. From 2-12 hours. There are also ways to prolong effects up to 20-24 hours. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for herniated disc surgery?
General anesthesia. You'll be completely out. Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
Is general anesthesia used during spine surgery?
Absolutely, general anesthesia is used for spine surgery Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
Can local anesthesia make you sleepy?
No, local does not make you sleepy. If you had something in addition, like Valium, that can. Boris Yaguda, M.D. READ MORE
What does waking up from anesthesia feel like?
You won't remember much. Depending on the anesthesia type, you may feel euphoric or nothing at all. Boris Yaguda, M.D. READ MORE
Is local anesthesia safe?
Yes, it's quite safe Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
How long does anesthesia take to wear off in a child?
A few hours, but can be groggy for a day or so. READ MORE
Do doctors put patients to sleep for hand surgery?
Most likely you will be sedated Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
How long does local anesthesia take to work?
It kicks in pretty fast. Within a few minutes you won't feel anything READ MORE
Are you put to sleep for angioplasty?
Typically moderate sedation, not full sleep. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used for ureteroscopy?
Typically general anesthesia, you do go to sleep for it. Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
What does a twilight state mean with anesthesia?
It's moderate or deep sedation. You'll be breathing on your own, but unaware of your surroundings. Boris Yaguda, M.D. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used for adenoidectomy?
General anesthesia, fully asleep. Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
Do children get a smaller dose of anesthesia than adults?
Yes, age and weight always gets factored into anesthetic management. Certain medications are actually higher on a per-pound basis. Boris Yaguda, M.D. READ MORE
Do you breathe on your own under general anesthesia?
Typically no, the machine breathes for you for 90% of the case. You start breathing on your own at the end when everything is almost done. Boris Yaguda, M.D. READ MORE
Do hospice patients feel pain, or sedated from it?
They are typically given enough pain medicine to not be in pain Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
When do I have to stop eating and drinking?
8 hours, nothing by mouth READ MORE
Why is epinephrine used with lidocaine?
It's used to prolong effect of lidocaine Boris Yaguda M.D. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- New York State Society of anesthesiologists
- Interventional Spine Society
- American Society of Anesthesiologists
Fellowships
- New York University
Professional Society Memberships
- International Spine Intervention Society, American Society of Anesthesiologists
Hobbies / Sports
- Playing Music; Guitar, Drums, Piano
Favorite professional publications
- Pain Medicine News
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